Destiny 2’s Player vs Player (PvP) mode presents a challenging arena for Guardians. Many players use powerful exotic builds, making it difficult for newcomers to compete. The game’s ever-shifting meta can also impact the effectiveness of certain perks and subclasses.
To excel in Destiny 2’s Crucible, players need to use the best PvP builds. These builds combine effective equipment and subclass options to create loadouts that suit different playstyles. While rare items like Exotic weapons and Artifice armor sets are common in PvP, they are not always necessary to perform well. Understanding the top builds helps players learn the current meta and develop strategies to counter it.
Dominate the Crucible: Top Destiny 2 PvP Builds
Destiny 2’s PvP scene is constantly evolving with each new season and balance patch. Here are some of the most potent and popular builds to help you crush your opponents in the Crucible during Season of the Seraph:
Note: These builds are based on the current meta and may change with future updates. Always experiment and adapt to find what works best for you and your playstyle.
Hunter
- Gyrfalcon’s Hauberk (Void): This exotic chest piece grants invisibility and volatile rounds upon damaging enemies with your powered melee ability. Pair it with a strong Void weapon like Forbearance or Funnelweb for devastating results.
- Star-Eater Scales (Arc): This exotic leg armor allows you to overcharge your Super by collecting Orbs of Power. Combine it with Liar’s Handshake for a powerful melee build, or use Trinity Ghoul for excellent add-clearing potential.
- Celestial Nighthawk (Solar): This classic exotic helmet remains a top choice for boss damage in PvE, but it can also be effective in PvP for securing quick kills with Golden Gun.
Titan
- Heart of Inmost Light (Solar): This exotic chest piece empowers your abilities after using another ability. Combine it with Synthoceps for increased melee damage, or use Lorentz Driver for long-range sniping.
- Hoarfrost-Z (Stasis): This exotic chest piece creates Stasis crystals upon freezing enemies, providing cover and area denial. Pair it with a Stasis weapon like Peacebond or Vulpecula for maximum control.
- Dunemarchers (Arc): This exotic leg armor grants increased sprint speed and chain lightning damage. It’s a great option for aggressive playstyles and pairs well with shotguns or SMGs.
Warlock
- Starfire Protocol (Solar): This exotic chest piece grants you an additional Fusion Grenade charge and empowers your Fusion Grenades. It’s incredibly potent in both offensive and defensive situations.
- Osmiomancy Gloves (Stasis): These exotic gauntlets enhance your Coldsnap grenades, allowing them to track targets and freeze more effectively. Combine them with a Stasis weapon like Eyasluna or Fractethyst for a powerful shutdown build.
- Contraverse Hold (Void): This exotic gauntlets allows you to charge your Void grenades to increase their damage and area-of-effect. Pair it with a strong Void weapon like Deliverance or The Enigma for devastating results.
| Class | Build | Exotic Armor | Weapons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter | Invis/Volatile | Gyrfalcon’s Hauberk | Forbearance, Funnelweb |
| Hunter | Supercharged Arc | Star-Eater Scales | Liar’s Handshake, Trinity Ghoul |
| Hunter | One-shot Golden Gun | Celestial Nighthawk | Any precision weapon |
| Titan | Empowered Abilities | Heart of Inmost Light | Synthoceps, Lorentz Driver |
| Titan | Stasis Control | Hoarfrost-Z | Peacebond, Vulpecula |
| Titan | Aggressive Arc | Dunemarchers | Shotguns, SMGs |
| Warlock | Fusion Grenade Spam | Starfire Protocol | Fusion Rifles |
| Warlock | Enhanced Coldsnap | Osmiomancy Gloves | Eyasluna, Fractethyst |
| Warlock | Charged Void Grenades | Contraverse Hold | Deliverance, The Enigma |
Remember to experiment with different weapons, mods, and fragments to fine-tune your build and adapt to your playstyle. Good luck in the Crucible, Guardian!
Key Takeaways
- PvP in Destiny 2 requires strategic builds to compete effectively
- Top builds combine powerful equipment and subclass choices
- Knowledge of meta builds helps players develop counter-strategies
Top Destiny 2 PvP Builds for Domination
Void Warlock: Master of Blink
The Void Warlock, often called the “Blinklock,” excels in PvP combat. This build focuses on enhanced teleportation and Super Ability uptime.
Key gear:
- Exotic: Astrocyte Verse helmet
- Stats: Discipline, Recovery
- Weapons: Adept Inquisitor or Astral Horizon
Astrocyte Verse extends blink distance and frequency. It also makes nearby enemies “Volatile” and lengthens Super duration. This counters melee builds effectively.
Abilities:
- Blink
- Entropic Pull
- Insatiable
Aspects:
- Feed the Void
- Child of the Gods
Fragments:
- Echo of Leeching
- Echo of Vigilance
- Echo of Persistence
Players new to this build may need practice. The frequent teleportation can disorient at first. With time, it becomes a powerful tool for both offense and defense.
Strand Titan: Speed and Control
The Strand Titan build combines speed and crowd control. It excels at reaching enemies quickly and locking them down with Drengr.
Key gear:
- Exotic: One-Eyed Mask
- Stats: Resilience, Recovery/Mobility
- Weapons: Chaperone or Inquisitor
One-Eyed Mask grants overshields after killing enemies who damage you first. This adds to the Titan’s already high survivability.
Abilities:
- Rally Barricade (Towering Barricade for Trials of Osiris)
- Frenzied Blade
- Grapple
Aspects:
- Drengr’s Lash
- Into the Fray
- Flechette Storm
Fragments:
- Thread of Ascent
- Thread of Binding
- Thread of Mind
This build shines in team play. It can quickly reach and disable enemies, setting up easy kills for teammates.
Arc Hunter: Ability Chaining Expert
The Arc Hunter build focuses on ability cooldown reduction and disorientation tactics. It’s perfect for aggressive, close-quarters combat.
Key gear:
- Exotic: Wormhusk Crown
- Stats: Discipline > Recovery, Mobility
- Weapons: Traveller’s Chosen, Explosive Personality
Wormhusk Crown restores 67 HP when using a class ability. It also grants extra health and shielding with each dodge.
Abilities:
- Gambler’s Dodge
- Strafe Jump
- Disorienting Blows
- Flashbang Grenade
Aspects:
- Tempest Strike
- Flow State
Fragments:
- Spark of Shock
- Spark of Instinct
- Spark of Ions
- Spark of Haste
This build excels at creating chaos in enemy ranks. The constant dodging and ability use make the Hunter hard to pin down.
Each of these builds offers unique strengths in PvP combat. The Void Warlock confuses enemies with blinks. The Strand Titan controls the battlefield. The Arc Hunter chains abilities for constant pressure. Players should choose based on their preferred playstyle and team composition.
Remember to adjust these builds as needed. Destiny 2’s meta shifts with updates and new content. Staying flexible and practicing with different setups will lead to success in the Crucible.
